User Guide

Linksys AE1000 High Performance Wireless-N USB Adapter Linksys AE1000 Table of Contents

Contents

Chapter 1: Product Overview 1 LED 1

Chapter 2: Installation 2 Installation 2

Chapter 3: Wireless Network Configuration 4 Windows 7 4 Windows Vista 5 Windows XP 7

Appendix A: Troubleshooting 8

Appendix B: Specifications 9

Appendix C: Warranty Information 10 Limited Warranty 10

Appendix D: Regulatory Information 12 FCC Statement 12 FCC Radiation Exposure Statement 12 Safety Notices 12 Industry Canada Statement 13 Règlement d’Industry Canada 13 Wireless Disclaimer 13 Avis de non-responsabilité concernant les appareils sans fil 13 User Information for Consumer Products Covered by EU Directive 2002/96/EC on Waste Electric and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) 14

Appendix E: Software End User License Agreement 15 Cisco Products 15 Software Licenses 15

High Performance Wireless-N USB Adapter ii Linksys AE1000 Chapter 1: Product Overview

Chapter 1: Product Overview USB Extension Base The Adapter comes attached to its USB Extension Base. Thank you for choosing the Linksys AE1000 High Using the Adapter in its Base may often improve wireless Performance Wireless-N USB Adapter. Using the latest signal performance, especially with desktop computers wireless networking technology, the Adapter adds or that may be located under desks or tabletops. upgrades wireless connectivity on your Windows-based desktop or laptop computer. To help protect your data To use the USB Extension Base, make sure the Adapter and privacy, you can use Wi-Fi Protected Access 2 (WPA2) is connected to the Base, and then connect the USB encryption to protect your wireless connection. Extension Base to a USB port on your computer or laptop.

LED

Link (Blue) The LED flashes when there is wireless network activity.

Storing the Cap When the Adapter is plugged into the USB Extension Base or your computer’s USB port, you can store the cap by attaching it to the Adapter.

To store the cap, push it onto the top of the Adapter until it fits snugly.

High Performance Wireless-N USB Adapter 1 Linksys AE1000 Chapter 2: Installation

Chapter 2: Installation 3. Read the Software End User License Agreement. To accept the agreement and continue with the installation, click Next. This chapter describes the procedure for installing the Adapter. Installation To install the Adapter: 1. Insert the CD into your CD-ROM drive.

License Agreement

4. Insert the Adapter into an available USB port on your computer.

Insert CD

2. Click Set up your Linksys Adapter. DVD/CD-RW Drive (E:) Linksys Router Setup

Always do this for software and games: AutoPlay

DVD/CD-RW Drive (E:) Linksys Adapter Setup

Always do this for software and games:Install or run program

Install or run program Set up your Linksys Adapter Published by Cisco Consumer Products LLC Set up your Linksys Adapter General options Open folder to view files Published by Cisco Consumer Products LLC using Windows Explorer Install Linksys AE1000 View more AutoPlay options in ControlGeneral Panel options

Open folder to view files 5. An Easy Setup Key helps you quickly connect to your using Windows Explorer wireless hotspot or router. If you do not have an Easy Speed up my system Setup Key, select No, I don’t have an Easy Setup Key. using Windows ReadyBoost If you have an Easy Setup Key, select Yes, I have an Set AutoPlay defaults in Control Panel Easy Setup Key. Click Next. Set up Your Linksys Adapter NOTE: Cisco Valet wireless hotspots come with If you do not see this, access setup on the CD directly. an Easy Setup Key. Cisco Valet wireless hotspots To do so, perform the following steps for your specific and some Linksys routers also let you create one operating system: from your own USB flash drive. (You do not need Windows 7 an Easy Setup Key to complete installation.) a. Go to Start > Computer. b. Double-click your CD-ROM drive. Windows Vista a. Go to Start > Computer. b. Double-click your CD-ROM drive. Windows XP a. Go to Start > My Computer and select your CD‑ROM drive. b. Double-click Setup.exe. Do You Have an Easy Setup Key?

If you do not have an Easy Setup Key, go to step 6. If you have an Easy Setup Key, go to step 8.

High Performance Wireless-N USB Adapter 2 Linksys AE1000 Chapter 2: Installation

6. A list of available wireless networks appears. Select 9. The installation is complete. Click Close. your network. Click Next.

You are Now Connected to Your Wireless Network Connect to a Wireless Network

7. If your network does not use wireless security, go to NOTE: If you have any problems during the step 9. installation process, refer to the Frequently Asked Questions in the setup software, or use a If your network uses wireless security, enter the computer with an active Internet connection to wireless password for your type of security: visit www.linksys.com/support. •• Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP): Enter the WEP key. •• Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA/WPA2): Enter the passphrase (also known as a pre‑shared key). Click Next. Go to step 9.

Enter the Wireless Password

8. Follow the on-screen prompts to use your Easy Setup Key. Click Next.

Insert your Easy Setup Key

High Performance Wireless-N USB Adapter 3 Linksys AE1000 Chapter 3: Wireless Network Configuration

Chapter 3: Wireless Network 2. Select your network, and then click Connect. Configuration

To configure the Adapter’s wireless connection settings, use a wireless network configuration utility. If you have installed such a utility on your computer, or if your computer came with one already installed, refer to that utility’s documentation for instructions on use. Otherwise, follow the instructions in the appropriate section below to use your operating system’s built-in utility: Windows 7, page 4, Windows Vista, page 5, or Windows XP, page 7. Windows 7

After you have installed the Adapter, the Wireless Network Select Network Configuration utility icon appears on your computer’s system tray. 3. If your network does not use wireless security, go to step 5. 4. Enter the security key, Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) key, or Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA/WPA2) passphrase (also known as a pre‑shared key), depending on your Wireless Network Configuration Utility Icon type of security. Click OK. (If you do not see the icon, click the Show hidden icons arrow in the system tray.) When your mouse pointer hovers over the icon, the status information of your wireless connection appears.

Wireless Connection Status

New Wireless Connection Secured Network To connect to a different wireless network: 5. This screen appears while the Adapter connects to 1. Click the Wireless Network Configuration utility icon. A your network. Do not cancel, unless you want to end list of available wireless networks appears. the connection.

Connecting to Network

NOTE: For help with the Wireless Network Configuration utility, refer to Help and Support. Click Start > Help and Support.

Your computer is now connected to your Available Wireless Networks wireless network.

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Windows Vista 3. Select your network, and then click Connect. After you have installed the Adapter, the Wireless Network Configuration utility icon appears on your computer’s system tray.

Wireless Network Configuration Utility Icon

When your mouse pointer hovers over the icon, the status information of your wireless connection appears.

Select Network

4. If your network uses wireless security, go to step 5. If your network does not use wireless security, this screen appears. To connect to your unsecured network, click Connect Anyway and go to step 7. Wireless Connection Status

New Wireless Connection To connect to a different wireless network: 1. Right-click the Wireless Network Configuration utility icon. 2. Click Connect to a network.

Unsecured Network

5. Enter the security key, Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) key, or Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA/WPA2) passphrase Utility Menu (also known as a pre‑shared key), depending on your type of security. Click Connect.

Secured Network

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6. This screen appears while the Adapter connects to 9. This screen varies according to the selected location. your network. Do not cancel, unless you want to end Click Close. the installation.

Network Settings Saved Connecting to Network

7. This screen appears when you are connected to your NOTE: For help with the Wireless Network network. Select Save this network, if you want to save Configuration utility, refer to Help and Support. your settings. Click Close. Click Start > Help and Support.

Your computer is now connected to your wireless network.

Connected to Network

8. The Set Network Location screen may appear. This screen helps apply the correct settings for your type of location. Select Home, Work, or Public location.

Select Network Location

High Performance Wireless-N USB Adapter 6 Linksys AE1000 Chapter 3: Wireless Network Configuration

Windows XP 4. If your network uses Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) wireless security, enter the WEP Key in the Network key After you have installed the Adapter, the Windows XP and Confirm network key fields. If your network uses Wireless Zero Configuration Utility icon appears on your Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA/WPA2) wireless security, computer’s system tray. enter the passphrase in the Network key and Confirm network key fields. Click Connect.

Wireless Zero Configuration Utility Icon

When your mouse pointer hovers over the icon, the status information of your wireless connection appears.

Wireless Security

NOTE: Windows XP Wireless Zero Configuration does not support the use of a WEP passphrase. Wireless Connection Status Enter the exact WEP key used by your wireless router or access point. New Wireless Connection 1. Right-click the Windows XP Wireless Zero Configuration icon in your computer’s system tray, and then select NOTE: If your network is using WPA2 security, View Available Wireless Networks. make sure that you have installed the Update for Windows XP (KB893357), available at 2. A window displays the available wireless networks. www.microsoft.com. Select the network that you want and click Connect. If the network uses wireless security, go to step 4. 5. Your wireless network will appear as Connected when Otherwise, continue to step 3. your connection is active.

Available Wireless Network Wireless Network Connection 3. Click Connect Anyway to connect the Adapter to your unsecured network, and then go to step 5. NOTE: For help with the Wireless Network Configuration utility, refer to Help and Support. Click Start > Help and Support. Enter wireless in the Search field, and then press Enter.

Your computer is now connected to your wireless network.

No Wireless Security High Performance Wireless-N USB Adapter 7 Linksys AE1000 Appendix A: Troubleshooting

Appendix A: Troubleshooting

Your computer does not recognize the Adapter. Make sure that the Adapter is properly inserted into your computer’s USB slot and/or USB Extension Base.

The Adapter does not work properly. Remove the Adapter, and then reinsert it into the computer’s USB slot.

Your computer cannot communicate with the other computers on your wireless network. 1. Make sure that the computers are powered on. 2. Make sure that the Adapter is configured with the same Wireless Network Name (also called the SSID or Service Set Identifier) and wireless security settings as the other computers on your wireless network.

WEB: If your questions are not addressed here, refer to our AE1000 support section on the web, www.linksys.com/support/AE1000

High Performance Wireless-N USB Adapter 8 Linksys AE1000 Appendix B: Specifications

Appendix B: Specifications Security Features WEP, WPA & WPA2 Personal, WPA & WPA2 Enterprise Model Name Linksys AE1000 Security Key Bits Up to 128-Bit Encryption Description High Performance Wireless-N USB OS Requirements Up-to-date Windows XP, Adapter Windows Vista, Windows Vista 64-bit Edition, or Model Number AE1000 Windows 7 Standards 802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g, 802.11n Environmental LEDs Link/Act Dimensions 3.15" x 1.00" x 0.49" (79.9 x 25.4 x 12.4 mm) Number of Antennas 2 Internal Antennas Weight 0.39 oz (11 g) Transmitted Power 2.4 GHz @ 11 Mbps data rate: 18 dBm ± 1.5 dBm Certification FCC, CE, IC, UL, RoHS, WEEE, IDA, 2.4 GHz @ 54 Mbps data rate: C-Tick, Wi-Fi A/B/G/N 14 dBm ± 1.5 dBm Operating Temp. 32 to 104ºF (0 to 40ºC) 5 GHz @ 54Mbps data rate: Storage Temp. -4 to 158ºF (–20 to 70ºC) 12 dBm ± 1.5 dBm 2.4 GHz, 11N (MCS0, HT20/40): Operating Humidity 10 to 85% Noncondensing 18 dBm ± 1.5 dBm Storage Humidity 5 to 90% Noncondensing 2.4 GHz, 11N (MCS8, HT20/40): 18 dBm ± 1.5 dBm Specifications are subject to change without notice. 2.4 GHz, 11N (MCS15, HT20/40): 12 dBm ± 1.5 dBm 5 GHz, 11N (MCS0, HT20/40): 16 dBm ± 1.5 dBm 5 GHz, 11N (MCS8, HT20/40): 16 dBm ± 1.5 dBm 5 GHz, 11N (MCS15, HT20/40): 10 dBm ± 1.5 dBm Receive Sensitivity -84 dBm @11 Mbps -70 dBm @54 Mbps -83 dBm @2.4 GHz/5 GHz, MCS0, HT20 -80 dBm @2.4 GHz/5 GHz, MCS0, HT40 -83 dBm @2.4 GHz/5 GHz, MCS8, HT20 -80 dBm @2.4 GHz/5 GHz, MCS8, HT40 -65 dBm @2.4 GHz/5 GHz, MCS15, HT20 -62 dBm @2.4 GHz/5 GHz, MCS15, HT40 Antenna Gain in dBi 802.11a: 5 GHz => 4 dBi 802.11g: 2.4 GHz => TX0: 0.5 dBi, TX1: 1.4 dBi Power Consumption TX (2.4 GHz): 330 mA, HT20; 340 mA HT40 at 5V TX (5 GHz): 400 mA, HT20; 430 mA HT40 at 5V RX (2.4 GHz): 140 mA, HT20; 160 mA HT40 at 5V RX (5 GHz): 150 mA, HT20; 180 mA HT40 at 5V Standby: 150 mA Radio Off: 20 mA High Performance Wireless-N USB Adapter 9 Linksys AE1000 Appendix C: Warranty Information

Appendix C: Warranty Information Exclusions and Limitations This limited warranty does not apply if: (a) the product Limited Warranty assembly seal has been removed or damaged, (b) the product has been altered or modified, except by Cisco, (c) (U.S.A, Canada, Asia Pacific, Australia, New the product damage was caused by use with non-Cisco Zealand) products, (d) the product has not been installed, operated, repaired, or maintained in accordance with instructions FOR CONSUMERS WHO ARE COVERED BY CONSUMER supplied by Cisco, (e) the product has been subjected to PROTECTION LAWS OR REGULATIONS IN THEIR COUNTRY abnormal physical or electrical stress, misuse, negligence, OF PURCHASE OR, IF DIFFERENT, THEIR COUNTRY OF or accident, (f) the serial number on the Product has been RESIDENCE, THE BENEFITS CONFERRED BY THIS WARRANTY altered, defaced, or removed, or (g) the product is supplied ARE IN ADDITION TO ALL RIGHTS AND REMEDIES or licensed for beta, evaluation, testing or demonstration CONVEYED BY SUCH CONSUMER PROTECTION LAWS AND purposes for which Cisco does not charge a purchase REGULATIONS. THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT EXCLUDE, price or license fee. LIMIT OR SUSPEND ANY RIGHTS OF CONSUMERS ARISING EXCEPT FOR THE LIMITED WARRANTY ON MEDIA SET OUT OF NONCONFORMITY WITH A SALES CONTRACT. FORTH ABOVE AND TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED SOME COUNTRIES, STATES AND PROVINCES DO NOT BY APPLICABLE LAW, ALL SOFTWARE AND SERVICES ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR PROVIDED BY CISCO WITH THE PRODUCT, WHETHER CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OR ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON FACTORY LOADED ON THE PRODUCT OR CONTAINED ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY OR CONDITION MAY MEDIA ACCOMPANYING THE PRODUCT, IS PROVIDED “AS LAST, SO THE LIMITATIONS OR EXCLUSIONS DESCRIBED IS” WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND. Without limiting BELOW MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. THIS WARRANTY GIVES the foregoing, Cisco does not warrant that the operation YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY ALSO of the product, software or services will be uninterrupted HAVE OTHER RIGHTS THAT VARY BY COUNTRY, STATE OR or error free. 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High Performance Wireless-N USB Adapter 11 Linksys AE1000 Appendix D: Regulatory Information

Appendix D: Regulatory Information been verified and may not be in compliance with related RF exposure rule and such use shall be prohibited. FCC Statement Safety Notices This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part WARNING: Do not use this product near water, 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide for example, in a wet basement or near a reasonable protection against harmful interference in a swimming pool. residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause WARNING: Avoid using this product during an harmful interference to radio communications. However, electrical storm. There may be a remote risk of there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in electric shock from lightning. a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment WARNING: This product contains lead, known off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the to the State of California to cause cancer, and interference by one of the following measures: birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash •• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. hands after handling. •• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. WARNING: For use with a Listed Computer. •• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. •• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. FCC Caution: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. The availability of some specific channels and/or operational frequency bands are country dependent and are firmware programmed at the factory to match the intended destination. The firmware setting is not accessible by the end user. FCC Radiation Exposure Statement This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. End users must follow the specific operating instructions for satisfying RF exposure compliance. To maintain compliance with FCC RF exposure compliance requirements, please follow operation instructions as documented in this manual. This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. SAR compliance has been established in typical laptop computer(s) with USB slot, and this product could be used in typical laptop computer(s) with USB slot. Other applications like handheld PC or similar device have not

High Performance Wireless-N USB Adapter 12 Linksys AE1000 Appendix D: Regulatory Information

Industry Canada Statement Wireless Disclaimer This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian The maximum performance for wireless is derived from ICES-003. IEEE Standard 802.11 specifications. Actual performance can vary, including lower wireless network capacity, Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la data throughput rate, range and coverage. Performance norme NMB-003 du Canada. depends on many factors, conditions and variables, This device complies with RSS-210 of the Industry Canada including distance from the access point, volume of Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: network traffic, building materials and construction, (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and operating system used, mix of wireless products used, (2) this device must accept any interference received, interference and other adverse conditions. including interference that may cause undesired operation. Avis de non-responsabilité concernant Règlement d’Industry Canada les appareils sans fil Les performances maximales pour les réseaux sans fil Les conditions de fonctionnement sont sujettes à deux sont tirées des spécifications de la norme IEEE 802.11. conditions: Les performances réelles peuvent varier, notamment 1. Ce périphérique ne doit pas causer d’interférence et. en fonction de la capacité du réseau sans fil, du débit 2. Ce périphérique doit accepter toute interférence, y de la transmission de données, de la portée et de la compris les interférences pouvant perturber le bon couverture. Les performances dépendent de facteurs, fonctionnement de ce périphérique. conditions et variables multiples, en particulier de la distance par rapport au point d’accès, du volume du trafic IMPORTANT NOTE réseau, des matériaux utilisés dans le bâtiment et du type de construction, du système d’exploitation et de la Radiation Exposure Statement: combinaison de produits sans fil utilisés, des interférences et de toute autre condition défavorable. This equipment complies with IC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. End users must follow the specific operating instructions for satisfying RF exposure compliance. To maintain compliance with IC RF exposure compliance requirements, please follow operation instruction as documented in this manual. REMARQUE IMPORTANTE Exposition aux radiofréquences : Ce matériel est conforme aux limites d’exposition aux radiofréquences établies pour un environnement non contrôlé. Pour assurer le maintien de cette conformité, l’utilisateur doit suivre les consignes d’utilisation décrites dans le présent manuel.

High Performance Wireless-N USB Adapter 13 Linksys AE1000 Appendix D: Regulatory Information

User Information for Consumer Products Français (French) - Informations environnementales pour les clients de l’Union européenne Covered by EU Directive 2002/96/EC on La directive européenne 2002/96/CE exige que l’équipement Waste Electric and Electronic Equipment sur lequel est apposé ce symbole sur le produit et/ou son emballage ne soit pas jeté avec les autres ordures ménagères. Ce (WEEE) symbole indique que le produit doit être éliminé dans un circuit This document contains important information for users distinct de celui pour les déchets des ménages. Il est de votre responsabilité de jeter ce matériel ainsi que tout autre matériel with regards to the proper disposal and recycling of électrique ou électronique par les moyens de collecte indiqués Linksys products. Consumers are required to comply par le gouvernement et les pouvoirs publics des collectivités with this notice for all electronic products bearing the territoriales. L’élimination et le recyclage en bonne et due forme following symbol: ont pour but de lutter contre l’impact néfaste potentiel de ce type de produits sur l’environnement et la santé publique. Pour plus d’informations sur le mode d’élimination de votre ancien équipement, veuillez prendre contact avec les pouvoirs publics locaux, le service de traitement des déchets, ou l’endroit où vous avez acheté le produit.

WEB: For additional information, please visit www.myciscohome.com English - Environmental Information for Customers in the European Union European Directive 2002/96/EC requires that the equipment bearing this symbol on the product and/or its packaging must not be disposed of with unsorted municipal waste. The symbol indicates that this product should be disposed of separately from regular household waste streams. It is your responsibility to dispose of this and other electric and electronic equipment via designated collection facilities appointed by the government or local authorities. Correct disposal and recycling will help prevent potential negative consequences to the environment and human health. For more detailed information about the disposal of your old equipment, please contact your local authorities, waste disposal service, or the shop where you purchased the product.

Español (Spanish) - Información medioambiental para clientes de la Unión Europea La Directiva 2002/96/CE de la UE exige que los equipos que lleven este símbolo en el propio aparato y/o en su embalaje no deben eliminarse junto con otros residuos urbanos no seleccionados. El símbolo indica que el producto en cuestión debe separarse de los residuos domésticos convencionales con vistas a su eliminación. Es responsabilidad suya desechar este y cualesquiera otros aparatos eléctricos y electrónicos a través de los puntos de recogida que ponen a su disposición el gobierno y las autoridades locales. Al desechar y reciclar correctamente estos aparatos estará contribuyendo a evitar posibles consecuencias negativas para el medio ambiente y la salud de las personas. Si desea obtener información más detallada sobre la eliminación segura de su aparato usado, consulte a las autoridades locales, al servicio de recogida y eliminación de residuos de su zona o pregunte en la tienda donde adquirió el producto.

High Performance Wireless-N USB Adapter 14 Linksys AE1000 Appendix E: Software End User License Agreement

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